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Ahoy Mate! Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours can be reserved for any day (subject to availability). This is your time. These tours have been designed with you in mind.

For information on our $35 horseback ride, and $115 glider ride, call our toll free number 888-810-8687

Capt. Jack's Tours is a ticket broker. The prices we quote may include a handling/processing fee.

 
$50 Santa Barbara Wine Tasting Tours
(Includes all Wine Tasting Fees & Transportation)
11:30 – 12:00 Start Time / 7 Days a week

We offer a “fun” Santa Barbara wine tasting experience. We'll escort you to 4 wine tasting destinations in one of our comfortable SUVs or vans. You'll enjoy tastings at 4 of the following: Giessinger Winery, Summerland Winery tasting room, Carr Vineyards, Whitcraft Winery, Cellar 205, Santa Barbara Winery or Sterns Wharf Vintners. The tour includes a stop for lunch at the Bay Cafe & Fish Market where you can enjoy a lunch entree' for as little as $8.95. This tour does not go into the Santa Ynez Valley, so we do not see vineyards. For information on our Santa Ynez Valley Vineyard Tour, please call (805) 564-1819.

 
$50 SANTA BARBARA “SELECT” BEER TASTING TOURS

We offer a “fun” Santa Barbara beer tasting experience. We'll escort you to 3 tasting destinations. The tour includes all beer tasting fees and door to door transportation. At one of the stops you'll be given time to enjoy a great lunch. Entree's start at $6.95. The tour starts at 11:30am and ends at 3:30pm.

Santa Barbara County may be known for it's wine, but that'snot the only locally-produced beverage receiving raves. The region's micro-breweries give beer lovers a tasting trail of their own. You'll enjoy tastings at 3 of the following micro breweries: on the south side, Carpinteria is home to the Island Brewing Company production facility and tasting room. In Santa Barbara, The Brew House is a lively, full service restaurant pouring their own beers as well as international brews. The Downtown Brewing Company offers regional favorite Firestone-Walker & new on the scene, Hollister Brewing Company opened its doors May 6, 2007 to rave reviews, is located in Goleta.

 
Harbor Kayak Tour:
$35 per person (2 person minimum)

Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours - KAYAK for as little as $35.00 (group discounts available - 10 or more). Captain Jacks Santa Barbara Tours conducts guided 2 hr. kayak tours of the Santa Barbara Harbor at 10:30 & 1:30 every day. Experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello. Individual tours cost $65.00.
Individual tours cost $65.00.
*Individual Kayak lesson/tour costs $60.00 per hour.

 

Evening Champagne Harbor Kayak Tour:
$50 per person (2 person minimum)

Guided moonlight Harbor Kayak Tour. Enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara by night. The evening starts as the sun sets. You'll enjoy the silhouette of the "Santa Barbara Riviera," the lights from the city, and the twinkling lights from Stearns Wharf. These lights, plus nature's "star power" will light the way as you paddle/float though one of California's most beautiful harbors. You'll enjoy a Champagne or Sparkling Cider toast or two as you enjoy the evening. Capture the "romance of Santa Barbara"..

This tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing. No previous kayak experience needed

 

Romantic Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise (Daily)

$30 per person

The perfect way to end your day in Santa Barbara. You'll experience a fun and exciting cruise. This 50' Catamaran offers 1400 square feet of deck space and the multi hull construction makes her comfortable, stable & safe. You'll find plenty of room for you and your spouse or a large party. On board you'll find beer, wine and soda bar. Light snacks and restrooms are on hand for your convenience.

We also offer the following Cruises:

  • Dinner Cruises $65 per person (kids 12 & under$35)
  • Brunch Cruises $65 per person (kids 12 & under $35)
  • Live Jazz Cruises $50 per person (kids 12 & under $30)
  • Coastal Cruises $30 per person


  • Whale Watching Cruises $30 per person
 

Coastal Kayak Tour:
$75 per person (2 person minimum)

3 hour guided Santa Barbara kayak tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayaklesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. The coastal tour offers breathtaking views of Santa Barbara's famous "Riviera Coast". Tour starts at Leadbetter beach and this "easy" southward paddle (with the current), ends at Butterfly Beach, home of the beautiful 4 Seasons Biltmore Resort. Hopefully the locals, dolphin, sea lion, harbor seals and marine birds will stop by to say hello. Too much fun! We provide snacks, water, towels, and even a plastic bag to store your wet clothes will be provided.
 

Hot Springs, Hiking & Kayaking Tours
$175 per person or 2 for $300

Our most popular tour. This 6 hour tour is designed to provide a world class experience. No rock has been left unturned (pun intended). This tour provides the perfect combination of physical activities enjoyed at a pace that allows guests to pause, breathe, and take in the beauty of the central coast. Guests can enjoy the day knowing Captain Jack and his guides have developed a safe, unique experience which will arouse the senses, sending you home with a renewed and enhanced view of the world. The Gaviota Kayak/Hike Tour provides our guests with a rainbow of experiences. Tour includes a lunch stop at a secluded resort (lunch not included). Everything about your day will enlighten, enhance, and excite the soul. Tour pick-up times are approximately 9:00 am, returning about 3:30.
 
Off Road, Hot Springs & Wine Tasting Tours
$195.00 per person,
Special price for 2 guests: $350.00

Your day will start with a scenic drive through the Santa Ynez Mountains. We will visit two of the region's top wineries for wine tasting, and a gourmet lunch at the famous Vineyard House Restaurant (lunch not included). Our first visit will be at the Gainey Vineyard which is located in the Santa Ynez Valley, surrounded by 85 acres of premium vineyards, rolling hills and gracious oaks. At this Spanish style tasting room you will enjoy Gainey´s great wines and leave with a souvenir wine glass. At Gainey you will be given a tour of wine making at its finest.

After lunch you will begin the adventure phase of your journey. This 45 minute off- road excursion through oak-shaded canyons features panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean, Santa Ynez Mountains and Valleys. Chances are good deer, eagles, mountain lions and other wildlife may be visible at this time. Your day ends with a short 25 minute hike to the Gaviota hot springs where you’ll soak, relax and recall the day’s activities. This is a highlight of your day you’ll never forget. Captain Jack guarantees it!

Wine tasting – Off road Excursion – Hot Spring – Tour includes:

  • Transportation (pick up spots throughout the Santa Barbara area)
  • All wine tasting fees and charges
  • Souvenir wine glass
  • Round trip transportation
  • Towels when exiting natural hot springs
  • Professional, knowledgeable and courteous guides

 
NEW! Heaven on Earth Kayaking & Horseback Riding Tours
$250.00 per person or 2 for $400.00

This may well be the closest to "heaven" you will ever get...in this lifetime. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer our newest and most breathtaking tour ever. This tour combines an OCEAN KAYAK TOUR at the beautiful and famous "smugglers cove" ( Refugio Beach) in the morning, where chances are good that the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphins, California sea lions, harbor seal, and the migratory Grey Whale may cruise by (in the distance) to say hello. Next, you'll be transported to a secluded resort nestled between a babbling brook and evergreen sycamore trees where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch (lunch not included in price). After lunch, back into the transport, and off to one of the most breathtaking, scenic GUIDED HORSEBACK RIDES on earth. This ride features spectacular oceans views throughout the ride. Find out why President Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Brad Pitt, having the ability to live anywhere in the world, chose California 's Central Coast to call their home. Spend the day with Captain Jack, and you too will see why Captain Jack calls this tour the "Heaven on Earth Tour".

HEAVEN ON EARTH KAYAK/HORSEBACK RIDE TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Transportation (pick up spots throughout the Santa Barbara area)
  • 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & all required gear
  • Fun introduction kayak lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
  • Round trip transportation
  • Scenic guided horseback ride (no previous riding experience required, must be 7 years old)
  • All California Park and Recreation fees
  • Professional, knowledgeable, and courteous guides

 
Glider Ride, Kayaking & Wine Tasting Tours
$325 per person
Special: 2 for $600

Your spirit will soar as you glide through the air and fly like a bird. "Above" the clouds and "beyond" your wildest dreams, this thrilling engineless ride will be a magical experience you will never forget. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer this unique adventure to the visitors of the Central Coast. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque gliding areas in the country. It's surrounded on three sides by mountainous national forests with sparkling "Lake Cachuma" nestled in the center, and is dotted with world class vineyards, horse ranches and magnificent estates.

Your day will begin with a beautiful 2 hr kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor (no previous experience needed). Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

Next you'll be escorted to Santa Barbara's wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley. There you will experience our "Scenic Flight" as you and your FAA certified pilot climb to 2500 ft. above the lower ridges of the Santa Ynez Coastal Mountain Range. You'll see lake Cachuma, the Santa Barbara Coastline, and by special request, the Reagan Ranch. Your 2nd stop will be to enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (price of lunch not included).

Then, the finish to a perfect day, wine tasting as you review the day's activities. You'll visit two of the region's top wineries for wine tasting. Our first visit will be at the Gainey Vineyard which is surrounded by 85 acres of premium vineyards, rolling hills and gracious oaks. At this Spanish style tasting room you'll enjoy Gainey´s great wines and leave with a souvenir wine glass. At Gainey you will be given a tour of wine making at its finest.

GLIDER RIDE\KAYAK\WINE TASTING TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Transportation (door to door service throughout the Santa Barbara area)
  • 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & gear
  • Fun introductory lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
  • Glider Ride with FAA certified pilot
  • All wine tasting fees
  • Souvenir wine glass
  • Professional, knowledgeable and courteous guides

 
Horseback Riding, Kayaking & Wine Tasting Tours
$290 per person or 2 for $500

Get along little doggies & hold on to your hats! Experience the "Old West" of yesteryears…today. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer this unique adventure to the visitors of the Central Coast. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque western horseback riding areas in the country. You'll ride through forest covered trails, surrounded by thousands of acres of the Los Padres National Forest. This rustic mountain setting makes you feel like you're worlds away from civilization. Riders for our guided trail rides must be at least 8 years old. Hand-lead rides for children 7 and under are also available. All riders receive personalized attention and instruction from our friendly Wranglers.

Your day will begin with a beautiful 2 hr kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor (no previous experience needed). Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf , and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

Next, you'll be escorted to Santa Barbara 's wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley. There you will experience the rugged beauty of the west as you ride horseback through this historic area. Then you'll enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (lunch not included in price).

Then, the finish to a perfect day, wine tasting as you review the days activities. You'll visit two of the region's top wineries for wine tasting. Our first visit will be at the Gainey Vineyard which is surrounded by 85 acres of premium vineyards, rolling hills and gracious oaks. At this Spanish style tasting room you'll enjoy Gainey´s great wines and leave with a souvenir wine glass. At Gainey you will be given a tour of wine making at its finest . Then you'll be escorted back to Santa Barbara.

HORSEBACK RIDE/KAYAK/WINE TASTING TOUR INCLUDES:

  • Transportation (door to door service throughout the Santa Barbara/Goleta Area)
  • 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & gear
  • Fun introductory kayak lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
  • All California Park and Recreation fees
  • All wine tasting fee's
  • Souvenir wine glasses
  • Professional, knowledgeable, and courteous guides

Captain Jack's "Top Deck" Tour
Price $275.00 per guest or 2 for $500.00

*Sailboat Cruise/Wine Tasting/Lunch Stop Plus your choice: Kayaking or Horseback Riding*

A beautiful Harbor Kayak Tour. You'll experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

OR

A scenic horseback ride. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque western horseback riding areas in the country. You'll ride through forest covered trails, surrounded by thousands of acres of the Los Padres National Forest. This rustic mountain setting makes you feel like you're worlds away from civilization. All riders receive personalized attention and instruction from our friendly Wranglers.

Next, you'll enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (lunch not included in price).

After lunch you'll enjoy wine tasting at 2 of the following locations:

Giessinger Winery, Whitcraft Winery, Summerland Winery tasting room, Carr Vineyard, Santa Barbara Winery or Sterns Wharf Vintners.

Then, the perfect way to end your day in Santa Barbara. You'll experience a fun and exciting cruise. This 50' Catamaran offers 1400 square feet of deck space and the multi hull construction makes her comfortable, stable & safe. Your 2 hour cruise will provide the breathtaking views of “The Santa Barbara Riviera”. Light snacks and restrooms are on hand for your convenience.

Includes:

  • Driver/Tour Guide
  • Air Conditioned SUV
  • 50' Catamaran Sailing Yacht
  • Wine Tasting Fee's
  • Kayak/All Kayaking Gear /Guide
  • or
  • Scenic guided horseback ride

Note: Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours provides tandem (2 seat) kayak's on all tours. You may request a single (subject to availability).

 
 
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